Mikea Turner
NBC12 WWBT Richmond
Washington, DC, United States
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A year in review: How Central Virginians came together to help ‘Build a Better RVA’
Central Virginians have made one thing clear: they’re here for each other. → Read More
Teacher Roundtable: From safety to virtual learning, educators explain what it’s like to walk in their shoes
Four Central Virginia teachers join a roundtable discussion about teaching during unprecedented times. → Read More
Teacher Roundtable: From safety to virtual learning, educators explain what it’s like to walk in their shoes
Four Central Virginia teachers join a roundtable discussion about teaching during unprecedented times. → Read More
Behind the Badge: Meet two of RPD’s newest officers
The Richmond Police Department recently welcomed nearly 20 new recruits to its police force, including two central Virginia natives hoping to build more trust between the police department and the community. → Read More
‘This is a dream come true’: Affordable housing program transforms lives on the East End
A cohort of non-profits is transforming lives on the East End through an innovative pilot program that provides affordable housing to low-income families. → Read More
‘My Melanin is Poppin’: Mom celebrates diversity in Black and Brown communities through new children’s book
On the heels of a tumultuous year rocked by the pandemic and protests against racial injustice, a Richmond mom published a children’s book that uplifts and celebrates diversity in Black and Brown communities. → Read More
Spanberger co-sponsors article of impeachment against Trump
The president will face a single charge of “incitement of insurrection.” → Read More
How Prince George's County evolved into one of the most affluent Black counties in America
Prince George's County wasn't always predominately African American or home to some of the wealthiest Black communities in the United States. → Read More
Fewer students enrolling into college as pandemic rages on
Students face tough decisions when it comes to higher education. → Read More
Fewer students enrolling into college as pandemic rages on
Students face tough decisions when it comes to higher education. → Read More
DC Council to make final vote on bill that would allow minors to get vaccines without parental consent
A final vote from the council is expected Tuesday. → Read More
Montgomery County voters say yes to expanding the county council from 9 to 11 members
Ballot questions C an D gave voters a chance to weigh in on the council's structure. Residents decided to keep at-large seats, but add two new members and districts. → Read More
ER Doctor blogs about battle with breast cancer
As a mom of two toddlers and a wife who put her dream job on hold to battle breast cancer, Dr. Jackson learned to embrace her experience by blogging about it. → Read More
Some local high schools cancel November SATs; College Board asks universities to be flexible
Several local schools have canceled SAT tests due to the coronavirus pandemic. → Read More
U.S. company gets FDA approval to test COVID-19 vaccine on kids
It is the first coronavirus vaccine trial to include children in the U.S. → Read More
DC teen shares message about teen dating in new short film that will appear in virtual film festival
'I'm Ready' was recently selected to appear in an online international film festival. The film promotes open communication between parents and teens about dating. → Read More
4-year-old girl battling rare blood cancer at Children's National sheds light on need for blood donors
Since the pandemic started, many organizations that collect blood have experienced a shortage of donations because of canceled blood drives. → Read More
Mom survives breast cancer while pregnant
A Prince George's County mother tells her story of fighting cancer while pregnant. → Read More
Gaithersburg City Council to vote on proposed crematorium in neighborhood
The city's mayor and city council will vote on the proposal Monday night. → Read More
DC company helps travelers keep germs away with 'scumbag' sanitizing kit
A D.C. entrepreneur is the brains behind the Scumbag. → Read More